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Oworonshoki

January 28, 2026

Makoko Demolition: CACOL demands release of Lagos protesters, condemns police brutality

CACOL specifically called for the immediate release of detained protesters, including prominent activist and youth leader Comrade Hassan Soweto.

the Centre for Anti-Corruption and Open Leadership (CACOL),
January 28, 2026

Police brutalise residents protesting against Oworonshoki, Makoko demolitions

Few hours into the protest, cops fired teargas canisters at the demonstrators, injuring some, arresting others and dispersing the procession.

Police brutalise residents protesting against demolitions
January 15, 2026

Fake navy officers arrested over obstruction of demolition in Lagos

He urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities through official channels.

Lagos State Task Force
November 26, 2025

Lagos: Amnesty International condemns violent eviction of Oworonshoki residents

The group decried the aftermath of the repeated, violent and forced evictions.

Amnesty International and scene of Oworonshoki demolitions
November 14, 2025

Gov Sanwo-Olu reaffirms fairness in demolition exercise

Mr Sanwo-Olu gave the assurance during the second phase of compensation for affected Oworonshoki residents, where more displaced persons received payments.

Babajide Sanwo-Olu (Credit: Babajide Sanwo-Olu)
November 2, 2025

APC chieftain backs Sanwo-Olu on demolition of illegal shanties, calls for responsible citizenship

The APC chieftain noted that such disregard for laws and regulations had contributed to infrastructural decay, insecurity, and disorder in society.

Demolition of shanties behind National Park and National Military Cemetery
October 29, 2025

Call made for inclusive governance in Nigeria

A don, Jinadu Adele, on Tuesday underscored the need for inclusive governance in Nigeria.

Image used to illustrate the story
September 11, 2025

Man arraigned in Lagos over alleged N10.2 million fraud, impersonation

The magistrate adjourned the case until October 2 for hearing.

Court Gavel
September 10, 2025

LASBCA advises Makoko residents to vacate buildings under power lines

”Oworonshoki is not the only community affected. Makoko has become a high-risk zone because of the presence of electricity cables over homes and businesses,” the official stated.

Structures being demolished